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Storm Strengthens: Detroit Lakes Faces an EF‑2 Tornado

July 8, 2026

A powerful tornado struck the town of Detroit Lakes on Monday, causing significant damage and leaving three people injured. The National Weather Service confirmed the storm was rated EF‑2, meaning winds reached about 115 miles per hour. The tornado carved a path roughly 6. 8 miles long, beginning ne

politics

EV Fees vs Road Money: What Voters Should Know

July 8, 2026

The vote in Washoe County will ask if electric and hybrid drivers must pay a new fee for road upkeep. It sounds fair because the cars are heavier, and weight can damage pavement more than lighter cars do. But real road damage is driven mainly by trucks, not by individual electric vehicles. A

opinion

County Works to Beat Opioid Surge While Federal Actions Backfire

July 6, 2026

Bernalillo County has poured hundreds of millions into stopping fentanyl, giving people help and safety nets. They run programs that cut risks, offer crisis care, treat addiction, give homes for those in need and work with police. The county’s front‑line staff are ready to help anyone hit by the dru

business

New Leaders Shape Minnesota’s Legal, Business and Health Sectors

July 6, 2026

Kenya Bodden will head the Minnesota State Bar Association starting July 1. He brings experience from Amazon’s legal risk team and led the Ramsey County Bar last year. The board also names Nicole Kettwick as President‑Elect, Sarah Soucie Eyberg as Treasurer, Brandon Vaughn and Madeline Gustafson sha

business

Local July Events: From Breakfasts to Webinars

July 6, 2026

The Reading Eagle offers a quick guide for families who want to publish an obituary. Families can email the details, attach photos, and provide proof of death such as a funeral home number or a certificate photo. The paper requires full contact information and a credit‑card payment, which is confirm

weather

Weather Woes End July 4 Weekend in Maryland

July 6, 2026

"The state of Maryland faces a challenging finish to its Fourth of July celebrations, as officials warn of scattered thunderstorms that could bring heavy rain, strong winds, and lightning. Even before the storms arrive, temperatures are expected to stay scorching, with heat indices reaching up to 10

weather

A Heatwave Alert Hits Southern California

July 6, 2026

The National Weather Service has warned that heat will surge across Los Angeles County and other inland Southern California areas this week. From Tuesday to Thursday, temperatures in places like the Santa Clarita Valley, the East and West San Fernando Valleys, parts of the San Gabriel Valley, and th

environment

A Tribute to Courage on the Wildfire Front

July 6, 2026

The latest blaze along the Colorado‑Utah line took three brave firefighters from their lives, leaving a community in mourning and a legacy of bravery. Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson, and Sydney Watson were killed on June 27 while fighting rapidly spreading fires in Mesa County. Their teams had deploy

politics

Boosting Police Staff Beats Changing Crime Numbers

July 6, 2026

A city can’t feel safer just by tweaking how it counts crimes. The real safety boost comes from hiring more officers, paying them well, and giving them room to grow in their jobs. Better pay and clear career paths help keep people on the force, which cuts down how long it takes to get to a cal

politics

ICE Actions and Virginia Politics: A Closer Look

July 6, 2026

The Department of Homeland Security’s immigration unit has a target list, but the reality on the streets is far from what some media portray. Instead of widespread violent crime, officials have been conducting checks in offices, courts and places of worship. These moves come amid a debate over the t